Jidai Matsuri is all about showcasing Kyoto’s history—people dress up in costumes from each era, bringing the city’s past to life. Everyone in the parade wears period outfits and plays historical figures. Walking down the street feels like traveling through time!
Jidai Matsuri (Festival of the Ages) | Review by 雪兒
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